The Ultimate 3-Day Seville Itinerary: A Perfect Guide for First-Time Visitors
Seville will always stand out as a highlight of my 4-month journey across Europe. It’s probably my favorite city so far, and the one place I’d choose if I ever decided to move abroad. With its vibrant atmosphere, rich history, and incredible architecture, Seville offers an unforgettable experience. Famous for its delicious food (especially tapas), flamenco dancing, breathtaking landmarks, and striking Moorish architecture, it’s definitely a must-visit destination. In this guide, you’ll find the perfect 3-day Seville itinerary, along with my top recommendations for where to eat, drink, and some helpful tips for making the most of your visit.
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Day 1 in Seville
Plaza de España, Maria Luisa Park and Plaza de América
Start of the day with breakfast at Jester cafe which is a cafe in the centre of Seville serving great coffee, fresh juice, acai bowls, pastries, empanadas and bagels. They only have outdoor tables here but you can make the most of the sunny weather.
Then, take a stroll to Plaza de España. This is the iconic square you have probably already seen on TikTok/ Pinterest/ Instagram, but it is a beautiful plaza that was designed for the Ibero-American exhibition of 1929. It is a semi-circle shape with a row of buildings surrounding it, there are azulejos next to the building that depict the 52 Spanish provinces. In the middle of the plaza, there is a pretty canale with lots of little bridges that looks a bit like Venice, where you can rent a boat. There are usually Flamenco dancers in the square as well, I would still recommend visiting a Flamenco show to see this, however this adds a nice vibe to the square.
I would recommend spending a couple of hours here, walking around taking it in. If you like photography this is such an amazing place to get photos, every angle is stunning. It does get busy so if you want photos without people in, you would need to arrive early morning.
Plaza de España is right next to Maria Luisa Park so I would then recommend taking a stroll through here. This is the most famous park in Seville and it has beautiful gardens you can take a walk through or cycle through. You can then walk to Plaza de América which is nearby, this is another beautiful square with a museum, fountains and pretty gardens.
Explore Santa Cruz
For lunch, go to La Bartola. This is a small bar with serving a great selection of tapas in the Santa Cruz area. It also has some great vegetarian options!
After lunch, take a stroll around Barrio Santa Cruz which is the former Jewish quarter of the city. This area is known for its narrow, cobble-stoned streets, whitewashed buildings and pretty squares. There’s plenty of bars, cafes and shops you can take a look at. This is also where the Real Alcazar is however that is going to be on tomorrow’s itinerary.
Key places to see in Barrio Santa Cruz:
- Plaza Doña Elvira– a charming square surrounded by orange trees and bars you can sit and have a relaxing drink here
- Plaza Patio de Banderas– a large square surrounded by historic buildings with a view of the Giralda tower
- Plaza de los Venerables and Hospital de los Venerables Sacerdotes– a baroque Church and it was originally residence for elderly priests
Rooftop Bar and Dinner
In the evening, head to Querencia de Sevilla rooftop bar to watch sunset. This is a beautiful rooftop bar at the top of a hotel with stunning views and great cocktails. Then for dinner, head to El Pinton. This is a beautiful restaurant near the rooftop bar that serves great food, tapas and drinks. Then head to Anibal Club for a cocktail.
Day 2 in Seville
Start off day 2 with breakfast at Billy Brunch which is a cafe serving great food with a wide range of breakfast choices, juices and coffees
Royal Alcázar
Then head to the Royal Alcázar. Make sure to book your tickets well in advance so that you can get a morning time slot before it gets too hot. You can buy these online, the earliest time slot is at 9am and tickets cost around 17€.
The Royal Alcázar of Seville is a must-visit, it is one of the oldest palaces still in use. It remains a working royal residence, used by the Spanish royal family when they visit Seville, and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It features a blend of different architectural styles including Islamic, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque, influenced by Moorish and Christian cultures, reflecting the history of the city. Make sure to take a stroll around the gardens as these are really beautiful and they have Peacocks
Lunch and Seville Cathedral
Then head to a traditional tapas bar for some lunch. I would recommend Bodeguita Romero which is a family owned tapas bar featuring authentic Andalusian tapas and local beers.
After lunch head to Seville Cathedral which is just a few minutes walk away. This is the largest gothic Cathedral in the world and is a UNSECO world heritage site. It is a Catholic Cathedral, built on a former Mosque and builders preserved some parts from the Mosque (including Giralda Tower). The iconic Giralda Tower offers panoramic views of the city so make sure to climb up this. Tickets cost around €14 or you can book a guided tour which costs a little bit more. Relax at La Terraza del EME with a drink and a great view of the Cathedral.
After the Cathedral, get an ice cream from Heladería Rosalía.
In the evening, head to a Flamenco show. I would recommend Teatro Flamenco Sevilla, the shows start at 5:30pm and 7:30pm everyday and tickets cost €22, or Casa de la Memoria, the shows here start at 6pm or 7:30pm and tickets cost €22.
If you are looking for a change from the tapas, I would recommend Il Ristorantino Dell´Avvocato Sevilla for amazing pizza. Or nearby, is La Linterna Ciega which is a craft beer and tapas bar, however the food is Tuscan-andalusian fusion.
For drinks after dinner, I enjoyed the bars in Plaza de San Lorenzo. It had a really chilled atmosphere and felt less touristy than other areas.
Flamenco Show and Dinner
In the evening, head to a Flamenco show. I would recommend Teatro Flamenco Sevilla, the shows start at 5:30pm and 7:30pm everyday and tickets cost €22, or Casa de la Memoria, the shows here start at 6pm or 7:30pm and tickets cost €22.
If you are looking for a change from the tapas, I would recommend Il Ristorantino Dell´Avvocato Sevilla for amazing pizza. Or nearby, is La Linterna Ciega which is a craft beer and tapas bar, however the food is Tuscan-andalusian fusion.
For drinks after dinner, I enjoyed the bars in Plaza de San Lorenzo. It had a really chilled atmosphere and felt less touristy than other areas.
Day 3 in Seville
Explore the Triana neighbourhood
On your final day in Seville, start off with coffee at Selva coffee. This is in the Triana neighbourhood which is located on the other side of the river. To get there, walk over the Puente de Isabel II. This is a lovely neighbourhood to have a stroll around, there’s not loads to see here but it has some great cafes, ceramics shops and tapas bars. Head to Mercado de Triana, this is a fresh market which sells fruits, vegetables and there are some small tapas bars there.
After the market, head to Hotel Zenit rooftop bar for a relaxing drink. This is a chilled rooftop that doesn’t get too busy so you won’t need to book. It has a pool area for guests of the hotel too. Then head to Bar Típico for authentic tapas. This is a small bar and it does get quite busy, but it serves great, fresh tapas, decent sized portions and a reasonable price.
Another great option for lunch is at Mercado del Barranco. This is back on the other side of the river, and it is a food market with a variety of different restaurants inside so it is great if you are not quite sure what food you fancy. The market itself is in a big glass building, next to the river so the outdoor seating has a lovely view.
After lunch, I would definitely recommend getting an icecream from Giolatto, this is a short walk from Mercado del Barranco.
Palacio de las Dueñas
In the afternoon, I would recommend visiting Palacio de las Dueñas. This is one of the most beautiful palaces in Seville and a lot quieter and less touristy than The Royal Alcázar. It is a beautiful palace with stunning courtyards and gardens. Tickets cost 13 € and you can book these online in advance.
Sunset at Setas de Sevilla and Dinner
For sunset head to Setas de Sevilla, this has a walkway and terrace with panoramic views of the city. This is beautiful at sunset, but once it goes dark it lights up with a light show too which is really pretty. Tickets for this cost €16 and you can buy these online in advance with your specific time slot.
For your final dinner in Seville, I would recommend going for tapas at Espacio Eslava which is a really popular tapas bar, for good reason. It serves amazing traditional tapas, has a great atmosphere and reasonable prices.
Other Things to do in Seville
Seville is one of the best places that you can eat Tapas so if you do have time I would recommend a Tapas Tour.
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